Welcome to the Ralph C. Caldwell College of Rotary Knowledge

1. Welcome to the Ralph C. Caldwell College of Rotary Knowledge “Don’t just be a member of the Rotary Club of Knoxville. Be a Rotarian.” -Ralph C. Caldwell (1915-2009) Club President (1960-1961) 60 years perfect attendance

2. Rotary Video from RVM

3. Rotary International (RI) Source: The ABCs of Rotary, pp. 1-19.

4. In the beginning… First four Rotarians: Silvester Schiele, Paul Harris, Hiram Shorey, & Gustavus Loehr • The first Rotary club was organized in Chicago in 1905, by Paul P. Harris. • The club, with four members, met in rotation at the offices of the members - thus the name Rotary. Paul Harris

5. R.I. World Headquarters Chicago, IL: 1910-1935 Evanston, IL: Today

6. Definition of “Rotary” "Rotary is an organization of business and professional persons united worldwide who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations and help build goodwill and peace in the world."

7. Rotary Mottoes Service Above Self. They Profit Most Who Serve Best. “No Rotarian whose motto is Service Above Self . . . should call himself a Rotarian if he does not make time to serve.” -Mother Teresa of Calcutta, India at the 1981 RI Convention

8. The Four-Way Test The Four-Way Test of the things we think, say and do: • Is it the TRUTH? • Is it FAIR to all concerned? • Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? • Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned? Herbert J. Taylor Father of the Four-Way Test

9. You are on a first name basis Personal acquaintance and friendship are cornerstones of Rotary Some European clubs are more formal. Some Asian clubs assign nicknames.

10. Rotary Club Banners Exchange banners when visiting an out-of-town club.

11. Women in Rotary Women have been members of Rotary in the United States since 1987. Members of RCK since 1988. Worldwide membership since 1989.

12. Vocational Classification The classification principle ensures that each club represents a diverse cross section of the business and professional community.

13. Five Avenues of Service • Club Service • Make the club successful. • Vocational Service • Promote service in the business and professional world. • Community Service • Make the community a better place to live. • International Service • Advance understanding and goodwill among people of the world. • New Generations Service • Recognizes the positive change implemented by youth and young adults.

14. The Rotary Club of Knoxville (RCK) Col. David Chapman; RCK founder, first club president, and father of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

15. Club Charter Club formed in 1915. 181st club of more than 33,000 clubs worldwide.

16. Board of Directors • The 2012-2013 Board of Directors of the Rotary Club of Knoxville are: • President: Wes Stowers • President-elect: Robert Samples • Vice President: Roy King • Past-President: Sam Weaver • Secretary: Ed Anderson • Treasurer: Jason Hamilton • Directors: Brooks Clark Bob Crawford • Rachel Ford Rob Johnson • Allen Pannell Jennifer Sepaniak

17. Club Office & Club Administrator Elaine McCulloch is the Administrator of the Rotary Club of Knoxville. The Rotary Office is located in the First Bank Building at Market & Clinch.

18. Regular Rotary Meetings • Tuesdays at Noon at the Marriott, unless redirected by the Board. • Occasionally meetings are held off site, such as at the Foundry, the Knoxville Museum of Art, or the Tennessee Valley Fair.

19. What you need to know • Lunch is $ 11.00 per week, paid quarterly, in advance. • Take a red, yellow, or blue lunch ticket. • Sit at the same “colored” table. • If you have a guest, fill out a Gold Guest Ticket. • Wear your pin and be prepared to answer the Question of the Week.

20. What you need to know New Rotarians wear red badges and greet at the door. After 6 meetings, you receive a blue badge.

21. Taboos No off-color jokes or remarks. Don’t cast disrespect on any religious faith. Do not solicit funds for non-rotary projects at meetings. No political speeches. Do not use Directory or email list for any non-Rotary purpose.

22. Rotary is apolitical and secular. Because Rotary is not seen as a political or religious organization, it can do what governments & religious organizations can’t or won’t do.

23. Rotary International Policy • Rotarians with many religious beliefs are united in service to humanity. • Use good judgment at meetings. • Remember and respect Rotary’s principles of tolerance and respect for others.

24. Rotary Constitution Provisions • Do not use Rotary’s name, emblems, or insignia for commercial purposes. • Do not make solicitations from the podium or otherwise. • Our Board of Directors runs the Club. Take any idea, resolution or motion to a Board member or a Committee.

25. When You Sponsora New Member Do: Remember that admission is not automatic. One must be invited to join Rotary.  Do: Invite your guest to a meeting and explain what Rotary means to you. Do: Explain the requirements to be a Rotarian.  Do: Look for those who want to serve through Rotary! Don’t: Propose a member of another civic club. Don’t: Discuss membership proposals until the proper time. Don’t: Be upset if he or she is not invited at this time.

26. 100 % Attendance • Rotary stresses attendance. • The absence of a member deprives the Club of a diverse membership. • Make-Up a missed meeting 2 weeks before or after the missed meeting. • Membership can be revoked for non-attendance.

27. Attend Another Club’s Meeting • Local clubs meet each day of the week. • Check the Club Directory or Bulletin. • Meeting times can be found using the Club Locatorat www.rotary.org. Remember to notify the Rotary Office.

28. Attend a Club Function Certain Club functions count as a make-up: • Monthly Board meetings. • Committee meetings. • Board-approved social or service events. Remember to notify the Rotary Office.

29. Attend a District Function District Conference, District Assembly, or District Committee Meeting; Rotaract meetings at UT; Interact meetings at Catholic or Webb High Schools; Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA); or Rotary Youth Exchange functions. Remember to notify the Rotary Office.

30. Attend a Non-ProfitBoard Meeting If you are a member of the Board of Directors of a local, non-profit organization, attend a Board Meeting, wear your Rotary pin, and promote Rotary in a serious manner! Remember to notify the Rotary Office.

31. Make up Online • www.rotaryeclubone.org • More than 200 programs available. • Most take 30 minutes or less. • Remember to send confirmation to the Rotary Office at kxrotary@bellsouth.net.

32. Activities & Committees More than 40 Committees covering the five avenues of service. New Rotarians assigned to Fellowship Committee (Chair: Kristi Bible) and to the Mainstream Committee (Chairs: Kay Hillyard and Kevin Tweedy).

33. All Rotarians Serve on a Committee • How are committees appointed? • The President and Board of Directors assign members to committees annually, taking member preferences into consideration. • A list of Committees is found inside the Club Directory.

34. Knoxville Rotary Centennial Sculpture Presented to the City of Knoxville by the six Rotary Clubs of Knoxville on RI’s 100th anniversary in 2005. The sculpture honors Oak Ridge Rotarian Bill Sergeant, Chair of the RI Polio Eradication Campaign, and commemorates Rotary’s lead in the worldwide eradication of polio. The sculptor, Lajos Biro, is a member of the Rotary Club of Mateszalka, Hungary, a twin club of RCK.

35. Rotary Foundation of Knoxville • Established in 1929 to provide loans to college students.  • Today, it is a 501(c)(3) organization that receives tax deductible contributions and provides annual funding for scholarships and special projects. • $ 16,000.00 in college scholarships, including the Samuel L. and Juanita Weaver Scholarship and the Sam and Carol Weaver Scholarship; and • $ 2,500.00 Robert and Diana Samples Community School of the Arts Scholarship.

36. Century Campaign In 2005, the Century Campaign was initiated.  Its goal is to build the Rotary Foundation of Knoxville’s endowment to $ 1 million by the Club’s 100th anniversary in 2015. More than $ 1 million pledged. More than $ 900,000.00 collected to date.

37. Contribution Categories Chapman Circle: Single or cumulative gift of $ 1K to $ 10K. Founder’s Club: Gift, or bequest of $10K to $ 50K.  Paid over five years. Mt. Chapman Society: $ 50K or more. Paid over ten years. Donor names an endowment.

38. Rotary Websites • Rotary International • Rotary.org • Rotary Club of Knoxville • KnoxvilleRotary.org • Rotary Club of Knoxville on Facebook • Facebook.com/knoxvillerotary • Rotary E-Club One • Rotaryeclubone.org/

39. District 6780 Organization The District Governor (DG) is elected annually at the District Conference. 2012-2013 Rotary International President Sakuji Tanaka 2012-2013 District 6780 Governor Jack Bailey, Jr.

40. District 6780 Conference April 19-20, 2013 at the Chattanooga Convention Center

41. District 6780 Assembly Planning for 2013-2014 Rotary Year. Saturday, May 18, 2013 at Tennessee Tech, Cookeville, Tenn.

42. Rotary International Convention

43. The Rotary Foundation of Rotary International (RF of RI) The ABCs of Rotary, pp. 23-43

44. RF of RI • RI Activities and Grants (pp. 23-35) • RI Permanent Fund (pp. 35-40) • Major Gifts • Benefactors • Bequest Society

45. RF of RI • RI Annual Fund • Paul Harris Fellow • Paul Harris Sustaining Member • Paul Harris Society • Star Club • EREY: Every Rotarian, Every year.

46. Financial Commitments • Admission Fee $ 250.00/one-time • Dues $ 100.00/quarter Club Administration, Magazine, & Insurance • Meals - $ 11.00/week $ 132.00/quarter Includes complimentary meal for prospective Rotarians • Requested Contributions $ 97.50/quarter* RFK Projects Contribution $ 62.50/quarter Rotary Foundation of RI $ 25.00/quarter Polio Plus $ 10.00/quarter Total $ 329.50/quarter *These items are optional and tax-deductible as a charitable contribution.

47. Discussion & Questions? • Do you wish to become a member of the Rotary Club of Knoxville? • May we list your name in the Club Bulletin as a prospective member? • Please provide the Rotary Office: • A photo for the directory and the web page; • A short bio for the Bulletin; and • A check (when invoiced) to cover your Admission fee, pro-rated dues & lunches.

48. Welcome To the Rotary Club of Knoxville, Tennessee